SPL announces analog code software
SPL, a well-known manufacturer of analog hardware processors, will present their first software plug-ins on the 125th AES Convention in San Francisco.
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iZotope announces iZotope Ozone 4
iZotope has announced iZotope Ozone 4, an update to its software mastering suite. iZotope has updated and expanded Ozone’s processing algorithms, optimizing them for today’s low-latency DAW environments. Ozone 4 features a new Intelligent Loudness Maximizer, Perfect Reconstruction crossovers, mid/side processing for superior control over the sound stage, and a new True Envelope dynamics processing mode. In addition, numerous interface improvements and ease-of-use additions make Ozone even more accessible to musicians and engineers who want to quickly finalize their projects.
Digidesign introduces Protools 8
Meet the new Pro Tools 8, the most advanced audio creation and production software, featuring a gorgeous new interface; dozens of new plug-ins; five new virtual instruments; exciting new scoring, MIDI, editing, and mixing capabilities; deeper controller integration; improved ease of installation and use; and enhanced performance.
Focusrite starts worldwide distribution of Forte Suite plug-in
As of October 1st 2008, Focusrite will assume worldwide distribution of their finest Pro Tools-exclusive EQ and Compression plug-in, formerly distributed worldwide by Digidesign.
Focusrite Liquid Mix for Pro Tools HD
This year’s AES show in San Francisco sees the launch of Focusrite’s latest addition to the award-winning Liquid range. Liquid Mix HD delivers the power of Liquid Mix exclusively to the Pro Tools HD market. Providing the same pool of classic EQ and Compressor emulations, Liquid Mix HD combines the sound of priceless and historically significant compressors and EQs with all the benefits of operating directly inside the Pro Tools HD environment. Over 60 instances can be used simultaneously on an HD 3 system, and thanks to Pro Tools HD’s low latency environment, they can be used for both recording and mixing.
Steinberg introduces new Sequel content sets
Steinberg is pleased to announce two new Content Sets for its Sequel 2 Music Creation and Performance Software. The two new sets each add over 250 MB of first-class loops to the already formidable loop library included with Sequel 2 covering the genres Funk and Electro.
New NI KORE SOUNDPACK explores future sound technologies
Native Instruments has just released REAKTOR ANIMATED CIRCUITS, a new KORE SOUNDPACK that explores the world of complex self-generating soundscapes, textures and rhythms. Powered by several highly advanced REAKTOR-based sound generators including the innovative “Spiral” sequencer, REAKTOR ANIMATED CIRCUITS provides a literally endless resource of unique atmospheric sound material for various electronic music styles, movie and game scoring, art projects, and more.
Flux Solera now available in version II
Solera has been improved to reflect the last evolution of our algorithms which have been enhanced during the Alchemist development. Now, it features an external side chain management. Hysteresis Threshold, Max hysteresis, Hold, Detection Mode, Dynamic Profile, and a variable knee soft clipper are the new implemented features. Note also that this serious upgrade is free of charge for every Flux plug-in user.
MOTU MX4 updated to version 2.2.
MX4 version 2.2 is now available as a free download for all registered MX4 version 2 users. Version 2.2 takes full advantage of DP6’s instrument pre-rendering. You will be amazed at the number of instances of MX4 you can run in DP6 with virtually no hit on your host computer’s CPU. Together MX4 and DP6 deliver an incredible combination of music making power and control.
URS announces Saturation plug-in v2.0
The URS Saturation plug-in digitally recreates six different and distinct pre amplifier algorithms, non linear tape head saturation and transformer core saturation. Each features a different type of input stage saturation, even and odd ordered harmonics and soft clipping.
New affordable Software Bundle from WAVES
Waves has released the Silver plug-in bundle, which gathers 16 of Waves most popular and useful plug-ins in one affordable package. The new Silver bundle serves as a gateway for independent engineers, producers and musicians who want to take their artistry to new levels.
New mastering plugin from FLUX
Alchemist is primarily designed for mastering and re-mastering applications. However, it can also be used as a regular dynamic processor for absolute control.
Kong Audio releases Chineekong V2+
Kong Audio is happy to releases Chineekong V2+, a powered-up version with additional 170 MB all new content of new gongs, cymbals, drums and other Chinese percussion instruments, added
to the original Chineekong V2. The upgrade is free for all existing registered Chineekong V2 users.
Coming soon upcoming Spiral sequencing instrument in Reaktor 5
With this video NI gives us a first glance at the upcoming Spiral sequencing instrument, built in Reaktor 5.
Voxengo Crunchessor 2.3 released
An updated version 2.3 for Voxengo Crunchessor is available for download. Voxengo Crunchessor is a general-purpose track compressor for professional audio production applications. It is available in AudioUnit and VST plug-in formats, for Mac OS X and
Windows XP and Vista computers.